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  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

Theoretical Rook Endgames - All you Need to Know U2000 Level

What are the most important Rook endgame concepts that players below 2000 rating should know? GM Gabuzyan shares what they are in this article.

Endgames | 7 min read
  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

Theoretical Pawn Endgames - All You Need to Know U2000 Level

What are the most important King and pawn endgame positions that you must know? GM Gabuzyan shares them in this article.

Endgames | 9 min read

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  • GM Boris Avrukh

Rook vs two minor pieces – What’s stronger?

Which side has the better chances in 2 minor pieces vs Rook and pawn duel? GM Boris Avrukh shares his 7 rules to play such a material imbalance.

Strategy | Middlegames | 5 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

Does bullet chess make you better or worse?

Does playing bullet games improve your chess? GM Avetik Grigoryan reveals the answer to this question, backing it up with science.

Chess Training | 8 min read

Deep Thoughts on Chess Improvement by Gukesh’s coach GM Vishnu Prasanna

GM Vishnu Prasanna shares his deep insights on improvement, the biggest challenge for adult improvers, lesser-known qualities of Gukesh and more.

Improvement Hacks | Real Stories Of Improvements | 10 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

The secret to lasting love for chess

Why do passionate players lose their love for chess and quit? How to keep loving chess, despite the painful defeats? GM Avetik reveals the secrets here...

Psychology and Mental Toughness | Inspirational picks | 7 min read